5 killed in hand grenade explosion in Azerbaijan

Five people, including three minors, were killed in a hand grenade explosion in Azerbaijan's Aghjabadi district on Friday, reported Xinhua.

The explosion occurred after a young child discovered a grenade, brought it home, and triggered the device, according to local media reports.

Two other individuals were injured by the explosion and were hospitalized.

Authorities are investigating the incident, with law enforcement and prosecutors conducting forensic examinations and other procedural actions at the scene.